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Black Crappie — Blue Marsh Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 20 for black crappie. 9 inches. Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations (BERKS: Blue Marsh Reservoir) - Crappie: 9 inch minimum size, daily limit 20. When Panfish Enhancement Regulations apply to more than one species in the same waterway, the creel limit is 20 for each species with the total creel not to exceed 50 panfish combined. 'Crappie' includes both Black Crappies and White Crappies. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for black crappie. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Black Crappie — Lake Arthur
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for black crappie. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Black Crappie — Lake Marburg
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for black crappie. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Black Crappie — Nockamixon Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for black crappie. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Black Crappie — Presque Isle Bay
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for black crappie. No minimum. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Sunfish, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Eels, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Black Crappie — Pymatuning Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 20 for black crappie. 9 inches. Pymatuning Reservoir table (crappie size and creel per the Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations, which list Pymatuning Reservoir crappie at 9 inch minimum). All other species: open year-round, no minimum, no limit per the Pymatuning table. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 20 for black crappie. 9 inches. Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations (MERCER: Shenango River Lake) - Crappie: 9 inch minimum size, daily limit 20. 'Crappie' includes both Black Crappies and White Crappies. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for bluegill. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Bluegill — Lake Marburg
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for bluegill. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Brook Trout — Big Spring Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for brook trout. Catch and Release All Tackle (CUMBERLAND): this catch-and-release regulation applies only within the Big Spring Creek section of 1.52 miles, from 100 feet below the source, Big Spring, downstream to the Nealy Road bridge. There are no tackle restrictions. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Brook Trout — Slate Run
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for brook trout. Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only (LYCOMING/TIOGA): Slate Run - 7.13 miles. Artificial lures only; taking baitfish or fishbait is prohibited. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Brown Trout — Allegheny River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 2 (combined species) from 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular trout season through Labor Day; no harvest thereafter for brown trout. 14 inches (opening day through Labor Day). Miscellaneous Waters (WARREN): Allegheny River - 8.75 miles from the outflow of the Allegheny Reservoir downstream to the confluence of Conewango Creek. Elsewhere on the river, Commonwealth Inland Waters trout regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: From 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular trout season through Labor Day, the minimum size for trout is 14 inches and the daily limit is 2 (combined species). From the day after Labor Day until 8 a.m. of the opening day of the trout season of the following year, no trout may be killed or had in possession. · Daily limit: 2 (combined species) from 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular trout season through Labor Day; no harvest thereafter · Size limit: 14 inches (opening day through Labor Day). · License required
Brown Trout — Big Spring Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for brown trout. Catch and Release All Tackle (CUMBERLAND): this catch-and-release regulation applies only within the Big Spring Creek section of 1.52 miles, from 100 feet below the source, Big Spring, downstream to the Nealy Road bridge. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Brown Trout — Delaware River (Pennsylvania)
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — North of I-84: 1 (combined species). South of I-84: 5 (combined species) for brown trout. North of I-84: 14 inches. South of I-84: no minimum. Delaware River and Estuary table - trout. A Pennsylvania or New York license is valid on the Delaware River (including West Branch) between New York and Pennsylvania when fishing from a boat or from either shore. A Pennsylvania or New Jersey license is valid on the Delaware River between New Jersey and Pennsylvania when fishing from a boat or from either shore. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: April 4 at 8 a.m. through Oct. 15. · Daily limit: North of I-84: 1 (combined species). South of I-84: 5 (combined species) · Size limit: North of I-84: 14 inches. South of I-84: no minimum. · License required
Brown Trout — Harveys Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period; inland trout limits otherwise for brown trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (LUZERNE): Harveys Lake - open year-round to fishing. The daily limit is 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round to fishing. · Daily limit: 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period; inland trout limits otherwise · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Brown Trout — Lake Erie
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 (combined trout and salmon species) from 8 a.m. opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day; 3 (combined species) from 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season for brown trout. 9 inches (opening day through Labor Day); 15 inches (day after Labor Day until the Friday before the next opening day). Lake Erie and tributary streams table. It is unlawful to fish or possess trout in or along any Lake Erie tributary stream from 12:01 a.m. on April 3 until 8 a.m. on April 4 (32 hours total). A Lake Erie permit or combination trout/Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until midnight Labor Day (9 inch minimum, 5 combined); 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season (15 inch minimum, 3 combined). · Daily limit: 5 (combined trout and salmon species) from 8 a.m. opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day; 3 (combined species) from 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season · Size limit: 9 inches (opening day through Labor Day); 15 inches (day after Labor Day until the Friday before the next opening day). · License required
Brown Trout — Lake Wallenpaupack
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 (combined species); Extended Season 3 (combined species) in stocked trout waters for brown trout. 7 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). All species of trout. Stocked trout waters are closed to fishing from February 16 to the opening day of the regular trout season in April, unless included in the Stocked Trout Waters Open to Year-Round Fishing Program. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Statewide opening day of trout season April 4 at 8 a.m. through Sept. 7. Extended Season in stocked trout waters: Jan. 1 through Feb. 15 and Sept. 8 through Dec. 31 (3 combined). Extended Season in waters not managed as stocked trout waters: NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only. · Daily limit: 5 (combined species); Extended Season 3 (combined species) in stocked trout waters · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Brown Trout — Letort Spring Run
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for brown trout. Catch and Release All Tackle (CUMBERLAND): this catch-and-release regulation applies only within the Letort Spring Run section of 1.71 miles, from 300 yards upstream of bridge on T-481, Bonnybrook Road, downstream to the Reading Railroad bridge at the southern edge of Letort Spring Park. There are no tackle restrictions. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Brown Trout — Little Lehigh Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — Catch and release/no harvest - it is unlawful to take, kill or possess Brown Trout at any time for brown trout. Miscellaneous Waters (LEHIGH): the Little Lehigh Creek Brown Trout no-harvest regulation applies only within the sections from the confluence with Spring Creek downstream to Wild Cherry Lane bridge, and from 0.25 mile upstream of Country Club Road bridge downstream to Fish Hatchery Road bridge. All tackle types are permitted. All species except trout - inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Closed to all fishing from 12:01 a.m. the third Monday in February until 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular season for trout. · Daily limit: Catch and release/no harvest - it is unlawful to take, kill or possess Brown Trout at any time · License required
Brown Trout — Oil Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 for brown trout. 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. Delayed Harvest Artificial Lures Only (VENANGO): Oil Creek - 1.62 miles. Fishing may be done with artificial lures only constructed of metal, plastic, rubber or wood, or with flies and streamers constructed of natural or synthetic materials; use or possession of any natural bait, baitfish, fishbait, bait paste, fish eggs or any other edible substance is prohibited. Oil Creek is a Keystone Select Stocked Trout Water (large 14- to 20-inch trout stocked in spring). A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 · Size limit: 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. · License required
Brown Trout — Penns Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section; Brown Trout catch and release/no harvest in the Spring Mills section for brown trout. These special Brown Trout regulations apply only within the named Penns Creek sections below. Catch and Release All Tackle (MIFFLIN/UNION): Penns Creek - 7.48 miles, from approximately 600 meters downstream of Swift Run downstream to the downstream extent of the island near the end of Jolly Grove Lane; there are no tackle restrictions. Miscellaneous Waters (CENTRE): Penns Creek from the State Road 45 bridge in Spring Mills downstream to the confluence with Elk Creek - all tackle types permitted; Brown Trout catch and release/no harvest (unlawful to take, kill or possess Brown Trout at any time); all other trout species 7-inch minimum, 5 trout daily (combined species) from 8 a.m. on opening day through Labor Day, then catch and release to midnight the third Sunday in February; closed to all fishing from 12:01 a.m. the third Monday in February until 8 a.m. on opening day. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Catch and Release All Tackle section open to fishing year-round on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section; Brown Trout catch and release/no harvest in the Spring Mills section · License required
Brown Trout — Pine Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only section; inland trout limits elsewhere for brown trout. 7 inches (inland sections). Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only (LYCOMING): Pine Creek - 2.88 miles, from the confluence with Slate Run downstream to the confluence with Bonnell Run at DCNR Clark Farm. Fishing may be done with artificial lures only; taking baitfish or fishbait is prohibited. Elsewhere Pine Creek is a stocked trout water under Commonwealth Inland Waters trout regulations. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only section open to fishing year-round on a 24-hour basis. Stocked sections: statewide opening day April 4 at 8 a.m. through Sept. 7, plus extended seasons. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only section; inland trout limits elsewhere · Size limit: 7 inches (inland sections). · License required
Brown Trout — Raystown Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 per day during the regular season; 3 per day from the day after Labor Day to 8 a.m. on the opening day of the next regular season for brown trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (HUNTINGDON): Raystown Lake and Raystown Branch from the dam downstream to the Juniata River - trout (all species) no closed season. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: No closed season on trout. · Daily limit: 5 per day during the regular season; 3 per day from the day after Labor Day to 8 a.m. on the opening day of the next regular season · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Brown Trout — Slate Run
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for brown trout. Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only (LYCOMING/TIOGA): this catch-and-release regulation applies only within the Slate Run section of 7.13 miles, from the confluence of the Cushman and Francis branches downstream to the confluence with Pine Creek. Fishing may be done with artificial lures only constructed of metal, plastic, rubber or wood, or with flies or streamers constructed of natural or synthetic materials; taking baitfish or fishbait is prohibited. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Brown Trout — Spring Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for brown trout. Catch and Release All Tackle (CENTRE): this catch-and-release regulation applies only within the Spring Creek section of 16.24 miles, from the Boalsburg Road bridge, SR 3010, at Oak Hall upstream of Hanson Quarry downstream to the mouth, with the exception of the special regulations area at Fisherman's Paradise and the Exhibition Area, Talleyrand Park, in Bellefonte. There are no tackle restrictions. Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only (CENTRE): Spring Creek (Fisherman's Paradise) - 1.26 miles, from a point adjacent to the Stackhouse School Pistol Range downstream to the lower Bellefonte Hatchery grounds; no trout may be killed or had in possession; artificial lures only. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Brown Trout — Tulpehocken Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 for brown trout. 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. Delayed Harvest Artificial Lures Only (BERKS): this delayed-harvest regulation applies only within the Tulpehocken Creek section below Blue Marsh Dam per the 2026 summary listing. Fishing may be done with artificial lures only constructed of metal, plastic, rubber or wood, or with flies and streamers constructed of natural or synthetic materials; use or possession of natural bait is prohibited. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 · Size limit: 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. · License required
Brown Trout — Walnut Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 (combined trout and salmon species) from 8 a.m. opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day; 3 (combined species) from 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season for brown trout. 9 inches (opening day through Labor Day); 15 inches (day after Labor Day until the Friday before the next opening day). Lake Erie and tributary streams table. It is unlawful to fish or possess trout in or along any Lake Erie tributary stream from 12:01 a.m. on April 3 until 8 a.m. on April 4 (32 hours total). A Lake Erie permit or combination trout/Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until midnight Labor Day (9 inch minimum, 5 combined); 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season (15 inch minimum, 3 combined). · Daily limit: 5 (combined trout and salmon species) from 8 a.m. opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day; 3 (combined species) from 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season · Size limit: 9 inches (opening day through Labor Day); 15 inches (day after Labor Day until the Friday before the next opening day). · License required
Brown Trout — West Branch Delaware River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 2 (combined species) for brown trout. 12 inches. Delaware River and Estuary table - West Branch Delaware River: 12 inch minimum, 2 (combined species). Miscellaneous Waters (WAYNE): West Branch Delaware River from the Pennsylvania/New York border downstream to the confluence with the East Branch of the Delaware River - a special no-kill season with the use of artificial lures only has been established from October 16 until 8 a.m. on the opening day of the trout season; fishing may be done with artificial lures only, constructed of metal, plastic, rubber or wood. That no-kill season applies only within that section; the 12 inch minimum and 2 (combined species) limit apply along the entire West Branch. A Pennsylvania or New York license is valid on the Delaware River (including West Branch) between New York and Pennsylvania when fishing from a boat or from either shore. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: April 4 at 8 a.m. through Oct. 15. Artificial Lures Only season runs from October 16 until 8 a.m. on the opening day of the trout season. · Daily limit: 2 (combined species) · Size limit: 12 inches. · License required
Brown Trout — Yellow Breeches Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section; inland trout limits elsewhere for brown trout. 7 inches (inland sections). Catch and Release All Tackle (CUMBERLAND): Yellow Breeches Creek - 1.17 miles: 0.17 miles of the unnamed tributary to Yellow Breeches Creek from the outfall of Children's Lake to the confluence with Yellow Breeches Creek at Boiling Springs, and 1.00 mile of Yellow Breeches Creek from the confluence with the unnamed tributary at Boiling Springs downstream to the vicinity of Allenberry. There are no tackle restrictions. Elsewhere the creek is a stocked trout water under Commonwealth Inland Waters trout regulations. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Catch and Release All Tackle section open to fishing year-round on a 24-hour basis. Stocked sections: statewide opening day April 4 at 8 a.m. through Sept. 7, plus extended seasons. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section; inland trout limits elsewhere · Size limit: 7 inches (inland sections). · License required
Brown Trout — Youghiogheny River (Pennsylvania)
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — Opening day of the trout season through Labor Day - 5 trout; the day after Labor Day through the opening day of the trout season of the following year - 3 trout for brown trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (SOMERSET/FAYETTE/WESTMORELAND/ALLEGHENY): Youghiogheny River - these trout limits apply only within the reaches from the confluence with the Casselman River downstream to the confluence with Ramcat Run, and from the PA Route 381 bridge at Ohiopyle downstream to the mouth of the river. The All Tackle Trophy Trout section (Ramcat Run to the PA Route 381 bridge at Ohiopyle) carries an 18 inch minimum and daily limit of 1 trout from 8 a.m. on opening day through Labor Day, with no harvest the rest of the year. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: No closed season on trout. · Daily limit: Opening day of the trout season through Labor Day - 5 trout; the day after Labor Day through the opening day of the trout season of the following year - 3 trout · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Burbot — Lake Erie
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 for burbot. No minimum. Lake Erie and tributary streams table. A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round when taken by hook and line; June 1 through Sept. 30 when taken by scuba divers by use of nonmechanical spears or gigs at a depth of at least 60 feet. · Daily limit: 5 · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Chain Pickerel — Conowingo Reservoir
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 for chain pickerel. 14 inches. Conowingo Reservoir (up to Holtwood Dam) table - Pickerel. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 5 for chain pickerel. 12 inches. Delaware River and Estuary table - Pickerel. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 4 for chain pickerel. 18 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Pickerel (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 4 for chain pickerel. 18 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Pickerel (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Conowingo Reservoir
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 for channel catfish. No minimum. Conowingo Reservoir (up to Holtwood Dam) table. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 5 · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Frances Slocum Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Juniata River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Lake Arthur
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Lake Marburg
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Nockamixon Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Shenango River Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Channel Catfish — Susquehanna River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for channel catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Coho Salmon — Lake Erie
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 (combined trout and salmon species) for coho salmon. 15 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Rainbow Trout and Salmon row. The daily limit for all species of trout and salmon combined is 5 from 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day and 3 per day thereafter until the Friday before the next opening day. A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until 12:01 a.m. the Friday before the opening day of the regular season for trout the following year. · Daily limit: 3 (combined trout and salmon species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Coho Salmon — Walnut Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 (combined trout and salmon species) for coho salmon. 15 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Rainbow Trout and Salmon row. The daily limit for all species of trout and salmon combined is 5 from 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day and 3 per day thereafter until the Friday before the next opening day. A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until 12:01 a.m. the Friday before the opening day of the regular season for trout the following year. · Daily limit: 3 (combined trout and salmon species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Flathead Catfish — Susquehanna River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for flathead catfish. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round. · Daily limit: 50 (combined species) · Size limit: No minimum. · License required
Hybrid Striped Bass — Lake Arthur
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 2 (combined species) for hybrid striped bass. 20 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Striped Bass and Striped Bass/White Bass hybrids. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 (combined species) for hybrid striped bass. 20 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Striped Bass and Striped Bass/White Bass hybrids. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period; inland trout limits otherwise for lake trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (LUZERNE): Harveys Lake - open year-round to fishing. The daily limit is 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round to fishing. · Daily limit: 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period; inland trout limits otherwise · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Lake Trout — Lake Erie
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 2 for lake trout. 15 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table. Lake Trout count toward the combined trout and salmon daily limit (5 opening day through Labor Day; 3 after Labor Day). A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until 12:01 a.m. the Friday before the opening day of the regular season for trout the following year. · Daily limit: 2 · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Blue Marsh Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 15 inches. Big Bass Program special regulations - apply to Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Spotted Bass in the waters listed in the 2026 summary. Stocked trout waters (lakes) in the Big Bass Program are closed to all fishing from February 16 until the opening day of the trout season. For all other species, inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31. April 11 through June 12: NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted); NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m. · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Conowingo Reservoir
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 12 inches. Conowingo Reservoir (up to Holtwood Dam) table - Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. A Pennsylvania or Maryland license is valid when fishing from a boat, excluding coves and tributaries. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through Feb. 28 and June 16 through Dec. 31. · Daily limit: 5 (combined species) · Size limit: 12 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Delaware River (Pennsylvania)
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 12 inches. Delaware River and Estuary table - Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31; April 11 through June 12 NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only. · Daily limit: 5 (combined species) · Size limit: 12 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Frances Slocum Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 15 inches. Big Bass Program special regulations - apply to Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Spotted Bass in the waters listed in the 2026 summary. Stocked trout waters (lakes) in the Big Bass Program are closed to all fishing from February 16 until the opening day of the trout season. For all other species, inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31. April 11 through June 12: NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted); NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m. · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Lake Arthur
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 15 inches. Big Bass Program special regulations - apply to Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Spotted Bass in the waters listed in the 2026 summary. Stocked trout waters (lakes) in the Big Bass Program are closed to all fishing from February 16 until the opening day of the trout season. For all other species, inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31. April 11 through June 12: NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted); NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m. · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Lake Marburg
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 15 inches. Big Bass Program special regulations - apply to Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Spotted Bass in the waters listed in the 2026 summary. Stocked trout waters (lakes) in the Big Bass Program are closed to all fishing from February 16 until the opening day of the trout season. For all other species, inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31. April 11 through June 12: NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted); NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m. · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Lake Wallenpaupack
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31; 6 (combined species) June 13 through Sept. 30 for largemouth bass. 15 inches (Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31); 12 inches (June 13 through Sept. 30). Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Bass - lakes, rivers and streams (Largemouth, Smallmouth and Spotted). It is unlawful for an angler to cast repeatedly into a clearly visible bass spawning nest or redd in an effort to catch or take bass. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31 (15 inch minimum, 4 combined); April 11 through June 12 NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted, NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m.); June 13 through Sept. 30 (12 inch minimum, 6 combined). · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31; 6 (combined species) June 13 through Sept. 30 · Size limit: 15 inches (Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31); 12 inches (June 13 through Sept. 30). · License required
Largemouth Bass — Nockamixon Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 15 inches. Big Bass Program special regulations - apply to Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Spotted Bass in the waters listed in the 2026 summary. Stocked trout waters (lakes) in the Big Bass Program are closed to all fishing from February 16 until the opening day of the trout season. For all other species, inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31. April 11 through June 12: NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted); NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m. · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Largemouth Bass — Presque Isle Bay
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species); 1 (20 inch minimum) April 11 through June 12 for largemouth bass. 15 inches (20 inches April 11 through June 12). Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. It is unlawful to conduct or participate in a fishing tournament for bass on Lake Erie or Presque Isle Bay from the second Saturday in April until midnight the second Saturday in June. A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31 (15 inch minimum, 4 combined); April 11 through June 12 (20 inch minimum, 1 per day). · Daily limit: 4 (combined species); 1 (20 inch minimum) April 11 through June 12 · Size limit: 15 inches (20 inches April 11 through June 12). · License required
Largemouth Bass — Pymatuning Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 for largemouth bass. 12 inches. Pymatuning Reservoir table - Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. A Pennsylvania or Ohio license is valid on the Pymatuning Reservoir when fishing from a boat (does not include shore fishing). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31; 6 (combined species) June 13 through Sept. 30 for largemouth bass. 15 inches (Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31); 12 inches (June 13 through Sept. 30). Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Bass - lakes, rivers and streams (Largemouth, Smallmouth and Spotted). It is unlawful for an angler to cast repeatedly into a clearly visible bass spawning nest or redd in an effort to catch or take bass. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31 (15 inch minimum, 4 combined); April 11 through June 12 NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted, NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m.); June 13 through Sept. 30 (12 inch minimum, 6 combined). · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31; 6 (combined species) June 13 through Sept. 30 · Size limit: 15 inches (Jan. 1 through April 10 and Oct. 1 through Dec. 31); 12 inches (June 13 through Sept. 30). · License required
Largemouth Bass — Shenango River Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 4 (combined species) for largemouth bass. 15 inches. Big Bass Program special regulations - apply to Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Spotted Bass in the waters listed in the 2026 summary. Stocked trout waters (lakes) in the Big Bass Program are closed to all fishing from February 16 until the opening day of the trout season. For all other species, inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Jan. 1 through April 10 and June 13 through Dec. 31. April 11 through June 12: NO HARVEST - catch and immediate release only (no tournaments permitted); NO HARVEST begins at 12:01 a.m. · Daily limit: 4 (combined species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Muskellunge — Allegheny River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 1 (combined species) for muskellunge. 40 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 for muskellunge. 36 inches. Conowingo Reservoir (up to Holtwood Dam) table - Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (hybrids). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 for muskellunge. 40 inches. Delaware River and Estuary table - Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (hybrids). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 (combined species) for muskellunge. 40 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 (combined species) for muskellunge. 40 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 for muskellunge. 40 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (hybrids). A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 (combined species) for muskellunge. 40 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 for muskellunge. 40 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (hybrids). A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 (combined species) for muskellunge. 30 inches. Pymatuning Reservoir table - Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (hybrids). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 (combined species) for muskellunge. 40 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 1 (combined species) for muskellunge. 40 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Muskellunge and Tiger Muskellunge (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 for northern pike. 24 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Northern Pike (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 for northern pike. 30 inches. Conowingo Reservoir (up to Holtwood Dam) table. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 for northern pike. 24 inches. Delaware River and Estuary table. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 for northern pike. 24 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table. A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 for northern pike. 24 inches. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Northern Pike (except those species in waters listed in the Brood Stock Lakes Program). Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 for northern pike. 24 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table. A Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Pennsylvania limits — 2 (combined species) from 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular trout season through Labor Day; no harvest thereafter for rainbow trout. 14 inches (opening day through Labor Day). Miscellaneous Waters (WARREN): Allegheny River - 8.75 miles from the outflow of the Allegheny Reservoir downstream to the confluence of Conewango Creek. Elsewhere on the river, Commonwealth Inland Waters trout regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: From 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular trout season through Labor Day, the minimum size for trout is 14 inches and the daily limit is 2 (combined species). From the day after Labor Day until 8 a.m. of the opening day of the trout season of the following year, no trout may be killed or had in possession. · Daily limit: 2 (combined species) from 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular trout season through Labor Day; no harvest thereafter · Size limit: 14 inches (opening day through Labor Day). · License required
Rainbow Trout — Big Spring Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for rainbow trout. Catch and Release All Tackle (CUMBERLAND): Big Spring Creek - 1.52 miles. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Rainbow Trout — Delaware River (Pennsylvania)
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — North of I-84: 1 (combined species). South of I-84: 5 (combined species) for rainbow trout. North of I-84: 14 inches. South of I-84: no minimum. Delaware River and Estuary table - trout. A Pennsylvania or New York license is valid on the Delaware River (including West Branch) between New York and Pennsylvania when fishing from a boat or from either shore. A Pennsylvania or New Jersey license is valid on the Delaware River between New Jersey and Pennsylvania when fishing from a boat or from either shore. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: April 4 at 8 a.m. through Oct. 15. · Daily limit: North of I-84: 1 (combined species). South of I-84: 5 (combined species) · Size limit: North of I-84: 14 inches. South of I-84: no minimum. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Harveys Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period; inland trout limits otherwise for rainbow trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (LUZERNE): Harveys Lake - open year-round to fishing. The daily limit is 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period. All species except trout - inland regulations apply. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open year-round to fishing. · Daily limit: 3 trout (combined species) during the extended season period; inland trout limits otherwise · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Lake Erie
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 (combined trout and salmon species) for rainbow trout. 15 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Rainbow Trout and Salmon (steelhead). The daily limit for all species of trout and salmon combined is 5 from 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day, and 3 per day from 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season. It is unlawful to fish or possess trout in or along any Lake Erie tributary stream from 12:01 a.m. on April 3 until 8 a.m. on April 4 (32 hours total). A Lake Erie permit or combination trout/Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until 12:01 a.m. the Friday before the opening day of the regular season for trout the following year. · Daily limit: 3 (combined trout and salmon species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Little Lehigh Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 trout daily limit (combined species) from 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular season for trout to midnight on Labor Day; catch and release/no harvest from the day after Labor Day to midnight the third Sunday in February for rainbow trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (LEHIGH): Little Lehigh Creek - all other trout species (other than Brown Trout): 7-inch minimum size limit, 5 trout daily limit (combined species). A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: From 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular season for trout to midnight on Labor Day (harvest); catch and release thereafter; closed to all fishing from 12:01 a.m. the third Monday in February until 8 a.m. on opening day. · Daily limit: 5 trout daily limit (combined species) from 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular season for trout to midnight on Labor Day; catch and release/no harvest from the day after Labor Day to midnight the third Sunday in February · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Oil Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 for rainbow trout. 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. Delayed Harvest Artificial Lures Only (VENANGO): Oil Creek - 1.62 miles. Artificial lures only. Keystone Select Stocked Trout Water. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 · Size limit: 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Penns Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section for rainbow trout. Catch and Release All Tackle (MIFFLIN/UNION): Penns Creek - 7.48 miles. In the Spring Mills Miscellaneous Waters section, trout species other than Brown Trout carry a 7-inch minimum and 5 daily (combined) from opening day through Labor Day. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Catch and Release All Tackle section open to fishing year-round on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section · License required
Rainbow Trout — Pine Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only section; inland trout limits elsewhere for rainbow trout. 7 inches (inland sections). Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only (LYCOMING): Pine Creek - 2.88 miles, Slate Run to Bonnell Run. Elsewhere Pine Creek is a stocked trout water under Commonwealth Inland Waters trout regulations. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only section open to fishing year-round on a 24-hour basis. Stocked sections: statewide opening day April 4 at 8 a.m. through Sept. 7, plus extended seasons. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only section; inland trout limits elsewhere · Size limit: 7 inches (inland sections). · License required
Rainbow Trout — Presque Isle Bay
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 (combined trout and salmon species) for rainbow trout. 15 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Rainbow Trout and Salmon (steelhead). The daily limit for all species of trout and salmon combined is 5 from 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular trout season until midnight Labor Day, and 3 per day from 12:01 a.m. the day after Labor Day until 12:01 a.m. on the Friday before the opening day of the regular trout season. It is unlawful to fish or possess trout in or along any Lake Erie tributary stream from 12:01 a.m. on April 3 until 8 a.m. on April 4 (32 hours total). A Lake Erie permit or combination trout/Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until 12:01 a.m. the Friday before the opening day of the regular season for trout the following year. · Daily limit: 3 (combined trout and salmon species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Raystown Lake
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 5 per day during the regular season; 3 per day from the day after Labor Day to 8 a.m. on the opening day of the next regular season for rainbow trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (HUNTINGDON): Raystown Lake and Raystown Branch from the dam downstream to the Juniata River - trout (all species) no closed season; creel limit 5 per day during regular season, 3 per day from the day after Labor Day to 8 a.m. on the opening day of the next regular season, minimum size 7 inches. Raystown Lake and tributaries: smelt may be taken with a dip net (not exceeding 20 inches) from the shore or by wading only; daily limit 200 smelt or one gallon by volume, whichever is greater. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: No closed season on trout. · Daily limit: 5 per day during the regular season; 3 per day from the day after Labor Day to 8 a.m. on the opening day of the next regular season · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Spring Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) for rainbow trout. Catch and Release All Tackle (CENTRE): Spring Creek - 16.24 miles. Catch and Release Artificial Lures Only at Fisherman's Paradise (1.26 miles). A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession (catch and release) · License required
Rainbow Trout — Tulpehocken Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 for rainbow trout. 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. Delayed Harvest Artificial Lures Only (BERKS): Tulpehocken Creek. Artificial lures only. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open to fishing year-round; fishing is permitted on a 24-hour basis. · Daily limit: 3 trout (combined species) from June 15 through Labor Day; 0 (zero) from the day after Labor Day until June 15 · Size limit: 9 inches, caught on or in possession on the waters under these regulations from June 15 through Labor Day. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Walnut Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 3 (combined trout and salmon species) for rainbow trout. 15 inches. Lake Erie and tributary streams table - Rainbow Trout and Salmon (steelhead). From September 8 until the opening day of trout season in April, all Lake Erie tributary streams are closed to fishing from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m. on the following day; a different closure (one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise) applies only within the section of Walnut Creek between Route 5 downstream to the Manchester Road Bridge, which is closed to angler access during those hours; Walnut Creek from Manchester Road Bridge downstream to Lake Erie has no time restrictions for fishing. Archery fishing or spear fishing is prohibited in or along Lake Erie tributary streams. A Lake Erie permit or combination trout/Lake Erie permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: 8 a.m. the opening day of the regular season for trout until 12:01 a.m. the Friday before the opening day of the regular season for trout the following year. · Daily limit: 3 (combined trout and salmon species) · Size limit: 15 inches. · License required
Rainbow Trout — West Branch Delaware River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 2 (combined species) for rainbow trout. 12 inches. Delaware River and Estuary table - West Branch Delaware River: 12 inch minimum, 2 (combined species). Miscellaneous Waters (WAYNE): a special no-kill artificial-lures-only season runs from October 16 until 8 a.m. on the opening day of the trout season. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: April 4 at 8 a.m. through Oct. 15. Artificial Lures Only season runs from October 16 until 8 a.m. on the opening day of the trout season. · Daily limit: 2 (combined species) · Size limit: 12 inches. · License required
Rainbow Trout — Yellow Breeches Creek
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section; inland trout limits elsewhere for rainbow trout. 7 inches (inland sections). Catch and Release All Tackle (CUMBERLAND): Yellow Breeches Creek - 1.17 miles at Boiling Springs/Allenberry. Elsewhere the creek is a stocked trout water under Commonwealth Inland Waters trout regulations. A current trout permit is required. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Catch and Release All Tackle section open to fishing year-round on a 24-hour basis. Stocked sections: statewide opening day April 4 at 8 a.m. through Sept. 7, plus extended seasons. · Daily limit: No trout may be killed or had in possession within the Catch and Release All Tackle section; inland trout limits elsewhere · Size limit: 7 inches (inland sections). · License required
Rainbow Trout — Youghiogheny River (Pennsylvania)
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — Opening day of the trout season through Labor Day - 5 trout; the day after Labor Day through the opening day of the trout season of the following year - 3 trout for rainbow trout. 7 inches. Miscellaneous Waters (SOMERSET/FAYETTE/WESTMORELAND/ALLEGHENY): Youghiogheny River - these trout limits apply only within the reaches from the confluence with the Casselman River downstream to the confluence with Ramcat Run, and from the PA Route 381 bridge at Ohiopyle downstream to the mouth of the river. For all other species, inland regulations apply. See All Tackle Trophy Trout regulations for the section between (from the confluence with Ramcat Run downstream to the PA Route 381 bridge at Ohiopyle): minimum size 18 inches, daily limit 1 trout from 8 a.m. on the opening day of the regular trout season through Labor Day; no harvest from the day after Labor Day to 8 a.m. of the opening day of trout season of the following year; no tackle restrictions; open to fishing year-round. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: No closed season on trout. · Daily limit: Opening day of the trout season through Labor Day - 5 trout; the day after Labor Day through the opening day of the trout season of the following year - 3 trout · Size limit: 7 inches. · License required
Rock Bass — Juniata River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 10 for rock bass. No minimum size limit. Miscellaneous Waters (BLAIR/HUNTINGDON/JUNIATA/MIFFLIN/PERRY): Juniata River and tributaries - the daily limit of Rock Bass is 10; open season year-round; no minimum size limit. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.
Season: Open season year-round. · Daily limit: 10 · Size limit: No minimum size limit. · License required
Rock Bass — Susquehanna River
Pennsylvania, United States
Pennsylvania limits — 50 (combined species) for rock bass. No minimum. Commonwealth Inland Waters regulations (2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary). Sunfish, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Crappies, Catfish, Rock Bass, Suckers, Carp, White Bass, Bowfin and other gamefish not otherwise listed. Additional regulations may apply - see Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations. Source: 2026 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), fishandboat.com (current edition, effective Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2026). Regulation changes may occur throughout the year and are posted at fishandboat.com - check before you fish. This is an abbreviated summary, not a legal document.